1990 Isuzu Trooper vs. 1985 Talbot Samba
To start off, 1990 Isuzu Trooper is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Talbot Samba. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Talbot Samba would be higher. At 2,255 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Isuzu Trooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Isuzu Trooper (89 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1985 Talbot Samba. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Isuzu Trooper should accelerate faster than 1985 Talbot Samba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Isuzu Trooper weights approximately 855 kg more than 1985 Talbot Samba. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1990 Isuzu Trooper (167 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Talbot Samba. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Isuzu Trooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Talbot Samba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Isuzu Trooper | 1985 Talbot Samba | |
| Make | Isuzu | Talbot |
| Model | Trooper | Samba |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2255 cc | 952 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 65 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 3520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2350 mm |
